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    • Price cut: $250K (5/1)
    $5,145,000

    51 High St, Newburyport, MA 01950

    7beds
    7,190sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1798
    2.52 Acres Lot
    $4,833,200 Zestimate®
    $716/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Heated saltwater poolFinest modern amenitiesGenerous walk-in closetsSeven bedroomsSerene spaceLuxurious soaking tub
    No matter the season, 51 High St shines. Set on over 2.5 acres on "The Ridge," Newburyport's most prestigious and historic neighborhood, 51 High Street is a masterfully restored and expanded Federal estate offering seven bedrooms, 10 baths, and timeless sophistication. This grand residence has been meticulously updated to preserve its architectural integrity while introducing the finest modern amenities. Surrounded by lush gardens and forest, the property features a heated saltwater pool, an elegant pool house with indoor/outdoor kitchens, multiple alfresco dining and lounge areas, a bluestone patio with a fire pit, and a screened dining porch off the formal dining room. The Primary-Suite spans over eight-hundred square feet and features a luxurious soaking tub, generous walk-in closets, and a serene space. Ambiance, proportions, exquisite details, and thoughtfully designed spaces define this singular home. A rare blend of historic grandeur and contemporary comfort in the downtown.
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    Listed by:

    Homes & Lifestyles Team 978-225-0130,

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 978-255-3569,

    Jon Growitz 781-864-3704

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73476790

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 7
      • Bathrooms: 10
      • Full bathrooms: 8
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Third
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Yes
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Family room
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
      • Laundry: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Bathroom, Wired for Sound
      • Flooring: Wood, Tile
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 7
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 7,190
      • Total interior livable area: 7,190 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 6,390
      • Finished area below ground: 800
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 9
      • Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      • Uncovered spaces: 6
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
      • Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Storage, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, Pool - Inground Heated
      • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
      • Waterfront features: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
      Lot
      • Size: 2.52 Acres
      • Features: Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Cabana, Barn/Stable
      • Parcel number: M:0033 B:0021 L:0000,2086259
      • Zoning: R1

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Federal
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
      • Roof: Shingle,Slate,Rubber
      Condition
      • Year built: 1798

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public, Private
      • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
      • Security: Security System
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Newburyport

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $716/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,693,100
      • Annual tax amount: $35,380
      • Date on market: 2/12/2026

        Estimated market value

        $4,833,200

        $4.59M - $5.07M

        $4,901/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2026Pending sale$5,145,000$716/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73476790 Report a problem
        5/1/2026Price change$5,145,000-4.6%$716/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73476790 Report a problem
        2/12/2026Listed for sale$5,395,000$750/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73476790 Report a problem
        2/11/2026Listing removed$5,395,000$750/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73462563 Report a problem
        12/17/2025Listed for sale$5,395,000-1.8%$750/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73462563 Report a problem
        7/27/2025Listing removed$5,495,000$764/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73372319 Report a problem
        7/3/2025Price change$5,495,000-3.2%$764/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73372319 Report a problem
        5/27/2025Listed for sale$5,675,000+163.3%$789/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73372319 Report a problem
        12/13/2016Sold$2,155,000-4.2%$300/sqft
        Source: C21 Commonwealth Sold #72056787_01950 Report a problem
        10/21/2016Price change$2,249,900-10%$313/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Commonwealth #72056787 Report a problem
        8/23/2016Listed for sale$2,499,000+0.2%$348/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Commonwealth #72056787 Report a problem
        5/2/2016Listing removed$2,495,000$347/sqft
        Source: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC #71917833 Report a problem
        3/30/2016Price change$2,495,000-3.9%$347/sqft
        Source: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC #71917833 Report a problem
        1/14/2016Price change$2,595,000-5.6%$361/sqft
        Source: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC #71917833 Report a problem
        10/12/2015Listed for sale$2,749,000-6.8%$382/sqft
        Source: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC #71917833 Report a problem
        5/13/2015Listing removed$2,950,000$410/sqft
        Source: William Raveis the Dolores Person #71771205 Report a problem
        11/21/2014Listed for sale$2,950,000+55.7%$410/sqft
        Source: William Raveis the Dolores Person #71771205 Report a problem
        12/24/2011Listing removed$1,895,000$264/sqft
        Source: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC #71311290 Report a problem
        11/16/2011Listed for sale$1,895,000+68.4%$264/sqft
        Source: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC #71311290 Report a problem
        1/12/2001Sold$1,125,000+203.2%$156/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/21/1993Sold$371,000$52/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$35,380 +3.5%$3,693,100 +7.7%
        2024$34,193 -0.6%$3,429,600 +7.1%
        2023$34,384 $3,201,500
        2022$34,384 +10.2%$3,201,500 +29.7%
        2021$31,208 +7.7%$2,469,000 +9.4%
        2020$28,981 -0.4%$2,257,100 +1.4%
        2019$29,108 +4.6%$2,225,400 +6.1%
        2018$27,821 -7.1%$2,098,100 -5.8%
        2017$29,953 -11.2%$2,227,000 -11.6%
        2016$33,720 +21.9%$2,518,300 +21.5%
        2015$27,655 -1.2%$2,073,100 +4.9%
        2014$27,997 +54.6%$1,977,200 +45.4%
        2013$18,109 +4%$1,359,500 -0.1%
        2012$17,413 +5.1%$1,360,400 -0.9%
        2011$16,566 +8.5%$1,372,500 +4.8%
        2010$15,272 +5.9%$1,309,800 -0.7%
        2009$14,416 +6.2%$1,318,900 -1.6%
        2008$13,576 -7%$1,340,200 -7.3%
        2007$14,592 +15%$1,446,200 +16.9%
        2006$12,691 +0.7%$1,236,900 +3.3%
        2005$12,600 -1.3%$1,197,700 +34%
        2004$12,770 +4.7%$893,600
        2003$12,198 +4.1%$893,600
        2002$11,715 +64.7%$893,600 +111.2%
        2000$7,114 +4.4%$423,200 +3.4%
        1996$6,815 $409,300
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        Neighborhood: 01950

        Getting around

        74 / 100
        Very Walkable
        26 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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